To celebrate the new exhibition, Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now, Auckland Art Gallery's hosting an unmissable evening spotlighting local collaborators responding to the show through poetry, movement, music and more.
Be there for powerful readings from poets Jiaqiao Liu and Zephyr Zhang, offering poetic reflections on Forever Tomorrow, and experience contemporary dance artist Xin Ji and painter Tony Guo’s specially curated dance performance.
The night keeps building with live music from Ersha Island 二沙岛 and Raging Flowers, while DJ EDYONTHEBEAT sets the soundtrack while you sip a drink and feast on dumplings from much‑loved Sumthin Dumplin and steamed buns (yes, even chocolate ones!) from Lucky Mate.
Alongside the performances, dive into a full programme of making activities, artist talks, and surprises throughout the Gallery.
Event details:
- Date: Thursday | 18 June 2026
- Location: Main Foyer | Mezzanine level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Te Ātea | North Atrium
- Price: Entry is FREE, with the exception of ticketed entry to Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now.
Lineup and details for 20 August and 19 November 2026 coming soon!
Open Lates are proudly supported by Auckland Council and the City Centre Targeted Rate.
$2.50 per hour to a max of $12.50 on weekends and a $12.50 flat rate for weekday evenings at The Civic car park. Find out more.